# DB Schenker takes delivery of the first ten MAN eTGX electric tractors

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Date: 30 Jan 2025
About: [MAN Truck & Bus](https://technooptimist.io/companies/man-truck-and-bus.md) · [MAN eTGX electric truck](https://technooptimist.io/vehicles/man-etgx.md)
Original source: https://www.electrive.net/2025/01/30/db-schenker-erhaelt-erste-zehn-man-etruck

MAN handed DB Schenker its first ten eTGX battery-electric tractor units at the Munich plant, part of a 2023 letter of intent for 100 heavy electric trucks by 2026. The trucks are a high-volume 'Ultra' version for mega trailers and run routes such as Dortmund-Hannover in two shifts. Range is up to 500 km, with CCS charging up to 375 kW and optional megawatt charging.

## Key facts

- Four, five or six battery packs; 330 kW or 400 kW drive power
- Operated by TIP Group; subsidised through Germany's KsNI programme
- Separate letter of intent for 50 MAN eTGL 12-tonne trucks for city delivery

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